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25 years of undisputed rule

Brought to power in coup d'état in 1984, Lansana Conte would preside over the destinies of Guineans for nearly a quarter of a century. Following are significant dates marking the rule of Conte, who died December 22, 2008 at the age of 74.

REUTERS - Here is a timeline since Guinea gained independence from France.